School of Allied Health Sciences Donor Appreciation Luncheon
WHAT: The Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC) School of Allied Health Sciences will host its annual luncheon to recognize donors who have given to student scholarships, research, educational programs and faculty development.
WHEN: 11:30 a.m. Wednesday (Sept. 18)
WHERE: Texas Tech University National Ranching Heritage Center, Anderson Room, 3121 4th St.
EVENT: Luncheon speakers will be Texas Tech University System Chancellor Kent Hance, School of Allied Health Sciences Dean Robin Satterwhite, Ed.D., Tracy Fergerson, a student in the school’s Speech-Language Pathology program, Jennifer Hatmaker, a student in the school’s Athletic Training program and TTUHSC President Tedd L. Mitchell, M.D.
Allied health sciences professionals, including physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech therapists and audiology experts, support and increase the efficiency of nursing and medical teams. There are more than 5 million allied health sciences professionals in the U.S., and more than 200 allied health sciences careers.
The TTUHSC School of Allied Health Sciences was established in 1983, and has grown
steadily over the past 25 years. With campuses in Amarillo, Lubbock and the Permian
Basin, the school now serves more than 1,350 students enrolled in 18 degree programs
at the doctoral, masters and baccalaureate degree levels. This year, the school will
award more than $160,000 in student scholarships funded by private donors.
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